“Uniting, Uplifting, & Empowering Girls Worldwide”
Through the Nguzo Saba, we help girls create their own table.
The IGA Mission
The International Girls Academy’s mission is to unite, uplift, and empower through the instruction and practice of the Nguzo Saba. By embedding our principles into our everyday lives, we strive to create a positive and open-minded society. We empower girls to understand that they don’t need a seat at the table; they can create their own.
NIA Empowerment Academy
UJIMA Business Program
NIA Global Academy connects International Girls Academy students with peers around the world, including Ghana, Liberia, Guyana, & beyond.
KUMBATHON is our annual hackathon. KUMBATHON inspires girls to explore science, technology, engineering, and math in a collaborative and supportive environment.
The UJIMA Business Program is a semester-long entrepreneurship experience for elementary and middle school students.
The NIA Empowerment Academy is a transformative six-week program offered during the Fall, Spring, and Summer.
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Participants have the unique opportunity to create their own innovative businesses before the age of 18, preparing them to become the business leaders of tomorrow. Throughout the program, students develop business plans, pitch their ideas, and compete for exciting prizes in our annual pitch competition.
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Designed to help girls build confidence and develop essential life skills, this academy focuses on career development, college preparation, career exposure, scholarships, AI development, and more. Students participate in interactive workshops, connect with inspiring mentors, and gain the tools they need to succeed in school and beyond.
Kumbathon
NIA Global Academy
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Every March, students choose a STEM theme for the event, working together to solve real-world problems and develop tech solutions. KUMBATHON inspires girls to explore science, technology, engineering, and math in a collaborative and supportive environment.
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Through virtual exchanges, collaborative projects, and cultural immersion experiences, girls expand their horizons and develop lifelong friendships with fellow students across the globe.
“My life has changed since being apart of the International Girl’s Academy”
-Sarah, from Philadephia
Has successfully given out over 5,000 Thank you cards to first responders who are indeed
Since 2020 has served over 1,000 students in the community
Since 2020 has successfully worked with over 100 volunteers to create community impact
$50,000 in college scholarships given out and through community partners
Over 1,000 students going to college with Dorm Essentials
Become a volunteer
Become a dedicated and committed volunteer, fully embracing the opportunity to make a meaningful, lasting, and positive difference in the lives of those around you. Your sincere and consistent efforts have the power to inspire real change and help build a stronger, more supportive, and connected community.
Join a Program
Enroll in and actively participate in a thoughtfully designed program that aims to inspire meaningful and lasting personal growth. This program provides valuable opportunities to develop new skills, broaden perspectives, and build confidence through engaging and supportive experiences.
Upcoming Events & Important Dates
Featured Stories
Our Community Partners & Sponsors
Girls Who Code · Project Scientist · Connected Nation · Find Community Connections · Brown Women In Media · Club Blue Cultural Entertainment Center · Greater Sum Foundation
Girls Who Code · Project Scientist · Connected Nation · Find Community Connections · Brown Women In Media · Club Blue Cultural Entertainment Center · Greater Sum Foundation
Safo · Lush Cosmetic Inc · Amika · Verizon · Intuit · Starbucks · Stop & Shop · Walmart ·
Safo · Lush Cosmetic Inc · Amika · Verizon · Intuit · Starbucks · Stop & Shop · Walmart ·
Walmart Spark Good Local Grant · Spark NJ Foundation · Enterprise Foundation · Starbucks Foundation · AllState Foundation · Canva Foundation ·
Walmart Spark Good Local Grant · Spark NJ Foundation · Enterprise Foundation · Starbucks Foundation · AllState Foundation · Canva Foundation ·
Check out our Past Education and Learn Session Sponsors
Intuit
Amazon
Starbucks
PSEG
Email Sign-Up
At International Girls Academy, we believe in creating opportunities that empower young women to rise, lead, and make an impact across the world. By joining our email community, you’ll stay fully connected to everything we’re building together, whether it’s groundbreaking educational programs, inspiring leadership initiatives, or life-changing cultural exchanges.
When you sign up, you’ll receive first access to important updates, exclusive invitations to upcoming events, and inside stories that highlight the journeys of remarkable girls and women making a difference. We’ll also keep you informed about ways you can get involved, support our mission, and be part of a movement that uplifts the next generation of leaders.
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